Philosophy

"The trick is not in knowing what to do, rather in knowing when to do it. Everything works sometimes, but nothing works every time. If something fails on even ONE horse, then it must be considered a tool, not a rule!" ~ Cindy Sullivan, 2005 This is the motto MotorQueue Natural Hoof Care stands by. Every horse, like every living being, is a unique individual, with a unique conformation, metabolism, upbringing, history, career, and living situation, and we strive to achieve longterm health and soundness in every equine in our care. We don’t believe there is only “one” way to accomplish this. Barefoot or shod? Treed saddles or treeless? Bits or bitless? Every horse is unique, and so is every situation. What works for one horse and owner may not work for another, and just because someone else is doing something differently than another does not make it wrong - there is not one trainer, one method of riding, or one type of hoofcare (or guru teaching it) that will be perfect for every horse. Our particular beliefs include barefoot hoofcare, boots, synthetic alternatives to metal shoes, maximum turnout, slow-fed forage and a well-balanced low-NSC diet, well-fitting tack, and humane riding and handling techniques – we always keep an open mind and are always searching for ways to learn and improve. As always, we are lifelong students of the hoof and of the horse, and we encourage all of our clients to be as well. Expand your mind, open yourself to possibilities, try new things, and above all else, do what works the best for your horse!